Marseille Player Ratings After 2-0 Victory Over Troyes: Harit and Abdelli Impress

Marseille stopped their four-game losing run by securing a disciplined 2-0 victory at Stade de l'Aube against Troyes. The team showed tactical adaptability under coach Bruno Genesio, turning possession into results after a cautious first half.

The opening 45 minutes saw Marseille controlling 63.4% of the ball but struggling to break down Troyes’ tight defense. Despite holding a higher expected goals (xG) of 1.26 compared to Troyes’ 1.14, Marseille only converted their chances after the break.

In the 50th minute, Amine Harit scored following an assist from Emerson, changing the game's tone. Troyes tried to respond, firing 15 shots and forcing three crucial saves from goalkeeper Jeffrey de Lange, but Marseille's defense stood firm. The win was sealed deep in stoppage time when Himad Abdelli calmly converted a penalty in the 98th minute, awarded after a foul on Faris Moumbagna. This victory lifted Marseille to 13th place in Ligue 1.

Player Performances

• Jeffrey de Lange - 8/10: Made vital saves to keep a clean sheet, handling Troyes' 1.14 xG threats well. His passing helped maintain Marseille’s 640 completed passes.
• Kelyann Bezahaf - 7/10: Displayed maturity with important interceptions and maintained a high defensive line to limit Troyes’ options.
• CJ Egan-Riley - 6/10: Provided steady defensive work with 31 clearances, though offered little going forward.
• Nayef Aguerd - 7/10: Dominated aerial duels and kept composure, helping restrict Troyes to just three shots on target.
• Emerson - 7/10: Captain and organizer of the backline, contributed the assist for the opener.
• Himad Abdelli - 8/10: Key midfielder who worked tirelessly and confidently scored the late penalty to secure the win.
• Nouhoum Kamissoko - 6/10: Provided solid defensive coverage in midfield before being substituted.
• Angel Gomes - 6/10: Controlled possession but struggled to create decisive chances; received a booking.
• Amine Harit - 8/10: The game’s standout attacking player, scoring the opener and driving play before his substitution.
• Igor Paixão - 6/10: Offered width and work rate on the left wing without registering a goal or assist.
• Amine Gouiri - 5/10: Had a quiet night, rarely impacting Marseille’s attack and was replaced after 60 minutes.

Substitutes and Manager

• Neal Maupay - 6/10: Entered to provide a different striker option, helping to hold the lead.
• Keyliane Abdallah - 6/10: Replaced Harit and focused on defensive duties on the flank.
• Tochukwu Nnadi - 6/10: Brought fresh energy to midfield and disrupted Troyes’ rhythm late on.
• Faris Moumbagna - 7/10: Came on near the end and won the penalty that clinched the match.
• Geoffrey Kondogbia - N/A: Late substitute to reinforce midfield stability.
• Bruno Genesio - 7/10: Made smart tactical calls, setting up the team to control possession and withstand pressure while getting key contributions from his starters and substitutes.

Match Details

• Competition: Ligue 1
• Date: 12 October 2026
• Score: Troyes 0 - 2 Marseille
• Goalscorers: Amine Harit (50'), Himad Abdelli (98', pen)
• Venue: Stade de l'Aube